Sweet Spicy Balsamic Dressing Marinade No Oil
Elevate your salads, grilled vegetables, or proteins with this bold and flavorful Sweet Spicy Balsamic Dressing Marinade—completely oil-free for a lighter, healthier twist! This quick and easy recipe combines the tangy richness of balsamic vinegar with the natural sweetness of maple syrup and a kick of spice from smoked paprika and red pepper flakes. Dijon mustard lends a creamy texture, while hints of garlic powder tie everything together. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile dressing doubles as a marinade or dipping sauce, making it a perfect addition to your meal prep routine. With only simple pantry ingredients, it's a guilt-free, vegan, and gluten-free way to add depth and excitement to any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup. Whisk together until well incorporated.
Add the Dijon mustard to the mixture and continue whisking until smooth and creamy.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt. Stir until the dry ingredients are fully dissolved in the liquid.
Add water to the mixture to slightly thin out the dressing. Adjust the water quantity depending on your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary (you can add more maple syrup for sweetness or additional red pepper flakes for heat).
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid. Shake well before each use.
Use immediately as a dressing, marinade, or dipping sauce. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 971 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 333 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
